Veterinary Assistant

Victoria Animal Hospital

Riverside, CA, US
Base: $19.00 – $21.00 ph; bonus/equity: performanc...
Full-time, onsite
1+ years clinical experience as veterinary technician or assistant
Proper animal handling and restraint skills
Venipuncture and iv catheter placement proficiency
Victoria Animal Hospital in Riverside, CA is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to join their dedicated team, providing exceptional care for pets in the community. The position offers a salary range of $19.00 to $21.00 per hour, with full-time hours and required Saturday coverage

Job Summary

  • Victoria Animal Hospital is a long-standing general practice hospital in Riverside, California seeking a dedicated Veterinary Assistant.
  • The role involves performing basic exam procedures, digital X-rays, scaling, polishing, charting, and assisting with surgery under general anesthesia.
  • Employees receive competitive pay, performance bonuses, 401(k) matching, student loan assistance, and free CE programs provided by AmeriVet.

Matching Summary

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Victoria Animal Hospital in Riverside, CA is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to join their dedicated team, providing exceptional care for pets in the community. The position offers a salary range of $19.00 to $21.00 per hour, with full-time hours and required Saturday coverage.

Salary

Base: $19.00 – $21.00 per hour; Bonus/Equity: Performance bonuses available; Benefits: Health, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) matching, paid time off

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 1+ years clinical experience as veterinary technician or assistant
  • Proper animal handling and restraint skills
  • Venipuncture and IV catheter placement proficiency
  • Digital radiology positioning capabilities
  • Complete dental procedure execution

Nice-to-have

  • Comfortable with general anesthesia and surgical assisting
  • Laboratory skills including microscope and IDEXX
  • Excellent client communication and education abilities
  • Adaptable to working well with current doctors and team members

Key Requirements

  • 1+ years clinical experience required
  • AVMA-accredited degree preferred but not required
  • Full-time schedule with Saturday coverage required

Work Rights

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